🏷️ Basic Information

Make:

Cadillac

Model:

CTS Coupe

Year:

2012

Product Name:

2012 Cadillac CTS Coupe Owners Manual

👋 Introduction

Segment:

Entry-level luxury sport sedan/coupe

Target Audience:

Discerning buyers seeking a blend of performance, style, and luxury in a coupe package

Key Competitors:

BMW 3 Series Coupe, Audi A5, Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe, Infiniti G37 Coupe

Design Philosophy:

Angular, contemporary styling with a focus on performance and luxury

Platform:

GM Sigma II platform, shared with other rear-wheel-drive Cadillacs and Chevrolets

📋 Manual Details

Primary Coverage:

Vehicle operation, maintenance, safety, and features

Secondary Coverage:

Customer assistance, warranty, reporting safety defects (U.S.)

Estimated Pages:

Approximately 400-500 (based on typical GM owner's manuals for this era)

Type:

Owner's Manual

Language:

English

Format:

Digital PDF

📖 Manual Coverage

Powertrain:

Engine operation, fuel information, engine oil, air filter, refill capacities, lubricant specifications

Chassis:

Braking system (operation), tire information, wheel specifications (implied)

Electrical:

Lights, battery, entertainment systems

Interior:

Instruments and controls, comfort and convenience features, climate controls, seating and safety restraints, locks and security

Body:

Appearance care, cleaning, engine compartment access

Maintenance:

Recommended service intervals, fluid checks and top-offs, general care

Operation:

How to operate vehicle systems, driving tips, using features

Troubleshooting:

Taking care of the unexpected, basic warning light interpretation (implied)

Safety Procedures:

Driver and passenger safety, safety restraints, child seat installation guidance

Level:

Owner-level, focusing on safe operation and routine maintenance, not advanced diagnostics or repair

📊 Manual Specifications

File Type:

PDF

Searchability:

Typically searchable text within the PDF for efficient information retrieval

Resolution:

High resolution for clear viewing of text and diagrams

Binding:

N/A (Digital Format)

Paper:

N/A (Digital Format)

⚙️ Engine Specifications

Engine Code:

LNF (for 2.0T), LLT (for 3.0L V6), LTX (for 3.6L V6)

Displacement:

2.0L Inline-4 Turbocharged (2.0T), 3.0L V6, 3.6L V6

Horsepower 2.0T:

270 hp @ 5500 rpm

Torque 2.0T:

260 lb-ft @ 1700-4500 rpm

Horsepower 3.0L V6:

270 hp @ 7000 rpm

Torque 3.0L V6:

223 lb-ft @ 5700 rpm

Horsepower 3.6L V6:

304 hp @ 6400 rpm

Torque 3.6L V6:

273 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm

Injection Type:

Direct Injection

Fuel Type:

Premium Unleaded Gasoline Recommended

Fluid Recommendations Oil:

SAE 5W-30 (check manual for specific viscosity based on temperature)

Fluid Capacities Oil:

5.7 Qts (3.0L V6), 6.0 Qts (3.6L V6), 4.5 Qts (2.0T) - verify with manual

Air Filter:

Specific part numbers would be detailed in the manual or service information.

🔧 Transmission

Type:

6-speed automatic transmission (RWD)

AWD:

Available All-Wheel Drive (AWD) on certain trims, paired with 3.6L V6

Gear Selection:

Driver Shift Control (manual mode with paddle shifters or gear selector)

Transmission Fluid:

Dexron VI Automatic Transmission Fluid

📐 Dimensions

Wheelbase:

113.4 inches

Length:

189.7 inches

Width:

73.0 inches

Height:

54.9 inches

Curb Weight Approx:

3700 - 4000 lbs (depending on engine and drivetrain)

🛡️ Safety Features

NHTSA Overall Rating:

Likely 5-star overall rating (typical for this class/era, to be confirmed in manual)

Braking System:

Four-wheel disc brakes with ABS

Traction Control:

StabiliTrak Electronic Stability Control System

Driver Assistance:

Cruise control, available rearview camera

Airbags:

Frontal, side-impact, and curtain airbags

Seat Belts:

3-point active seat belts with pretensioners and load limiters

Child Restraints:

LATCH system for child seat installation

💡 Technology Features

System Name:

Cadillac CUE (Cadillac User Experience) - though the 2012 model year may feature an earlier iteration of Cadillac's infotainment system, often referred to by its model name, e.g., the navigation/infotainment system.

Features:

AM/FM/CD/MP3 player, auxiliary input jack, USB ports, Bluetooth connectivity, available navigation system, touch-screen interface.

Optional Systems:

Rear parking assist, rearview camera, adaptive remote start.

Bluetooth:

Hands-free calling and audio streaming.

🔧 Maintenance

Oil Change Interval:

Every 7,500 miles or 12 months, whichever comes first (using synthetic oil, refer to manual for exact schedule)

Tire Rotation:

Every 7,500 miles

Engine Air Filter:

Inspect every 15,000 miles, replace as needed or every 30,000 miles.

Cabin Air Filter:

Replace every 24,000 miles or 24 months.

Coolant:

GM Super Coolant (P/N 12346290 or equivalent OAT coolant)

Brake Fluid:

DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid

Potential Common Issues:

Water pump leaks (especially on early V6s), exhaust manifold cracks, turbocharger issues (on 2.0T), HVAC actuator failures, sunroof drain blockages.

Part Numbers General:

The manual contains references to general maintenance parts, but specific GM part numbers are typically found in separate parts catalogs or dealer databases.

📚 Vehicle History

Cadillac Legacy:

Long-standing American luxury automotive brand known for innovation and refinement.

Cts Lineage:

The CTS line, introduced in 2003, represented Cadillac's resurgence with a focus on driving dynamics and European-inspired design. The Coupe variant joined the lineup in 2010.

Manufacturing Location:

Lansing Grand River Assembly, Lansing, Michigan, USA

Model Generation:

Second Generation CTS (2008-2014), with the Coupe body style introduced in 2010.